Whole Earth Farms Dry Natural Dog Food Review

If you are a dog owner there are three things which you must do to keep them fit and healthy. The first is to ensure they have their inoculations and boosters as part of regular health checks at the veterinarian's office. Second is give them regular exercise, including at least 30 minutes every day.

The third is possibly the most important, and that is to feed them a nutritious diet. If you've struggled to find one that your dog enjoys then read on as you are about to discover Whole Earth Farms Dog Food, and why its natural ingredients make it very popular with dogs and their owners.

Whole Earth Farms Dry Natural Dog Food

The Whole Earth Farms brand was first introduced in 2009 and is an independently operated company owned by Nestle Purina, who has one of the largest pet food networks in the world. Despite the global presence of its ownership, this brand of dog food has a more local focus, with all its dog food recipes being made in the USA.

This size is 25 lbs., and the recipe, which is 'Pork, Beef & Lamb' also contains fruit and vegetables. Its high protein levels are one of its main attractions, and since it was first introduced in 2014, the positive reviews it has received has been substantial.

Who is This Product For?

Your head can spin sometimes trying to understand which dog foods are healthy and nutritious or what constitutes a proper 'natural' dog food, and what doesn't. The simple fact is, that to be natural, a dog food cannot contain loads of man-made additives or by-products.

So, if you are looking for a dog food which is truly natural then this one qualifies. This is suitable for dogs from 3 lbs., up to any size. It is also suitable for puppies, and females who are pregnant or nursing.

What's Included?

The bag contains 25 lbs. of Whole Earth Farms grain-free natural dog food. It is a grain-free recipe with pork, beef and lamb flavor. The bag is resealable to keep the contents fresh.

Overview of Features

Just as nutrition experts tell us that we need to eat more natural foods and fewer artificial ingredients, the same applies to your dog. With that in mind, this dog food provides a balanced and nutritional meal for your dog which comprises of natural ingredients but no artificial additives, colors or preservatives.

The primary ingredients are an excellent combination of meat and vegetables, which is great to see as often the focus tends to be just on meats, even for natural dog foods. In this case, it is pork, peas, sweet potatoes, and beef which even has our mouths watering, so just think how much your dog is going to love it.

Just as important as what is in a recipe, is what is not in there. One welcome omission is grain products which are especially troublesome for dogs with sensitive stomachs. So if this applies to your pooch then this recipe will be very agreeable for them.

In terms of the nutritional value which this dog food offers, it has a high protein level, which is particularly beneficial as it helps build and maintain your dog’s muscles, promotes healthy organs, and helps to maintain ligaments and tendons.

The list of vitamins your dog will receive form this recipe is impressive. It includes Vitamins A, B12, D, D3, E which in no particular order provide health-giving nutrients for your dog's coat, skin, nervous system, brain, bones, muscles, bowels, and circulation.

By feeding them this dog food you'll also be providing your dog with many of the minerals which are sometimes lacking in normal dog foods. These minerals are essential for healthy growth, muscle and nerve functions, and help to regulate their hormones and maintain healthy oxygen levels in their bloodstream.

How to Use It?

If you are switching your dog to this dry food from a non-natural or wet dog food, it is always prudent to gradually wean them over, rather than stopping the old one suddenly. Do this over a period of about a week by decreasing the proportion of their old food, and increasing the proportion of the new, until they get to 100% and the changeover is complete.

This recipe is a complete dog food, which is dry and does not need mixing with anything else including water, so it can be served as is. The bag has printed feeding guidelines and shows the number of cups of the food you should feed your dog in relation to their weight, and whether they are very active or not.

Alternatives

There are many dog foods which state they are natural, but often they stretch the definition of natural to its limit. One such dog food which is genuinely natural is the aptly named Nature's Recipe Healthy Skin Dog Food.

This dog food has no artificial colors or flavorings and is high in protein. Where this dog food is particularly effective is in maintaining the health of the dog's skin, which is often a part of their body which is overlooked when it comes to nutrition.

For dogs that turn their nose up at dry food, an excellent wet dog food which does not have any artificial preservatives, colors or flavors is produced by Purina Beyond, in the shape of their Chicken, Carrot and Pea Recipe. It comes in 13-ounce cans, and there are other flavors available such as 'Beef, Potato & Carrot’, and 'Chicken, Lamb & Spinach'.

Conclusion

Your dog relies entirely on you for its health and wellbeing and nowhere is this more vital than with what you feed them. Giving them dog food that is nutritious and free from artificial additives is one of the best ways you could possibly help them to stay fit and healthy.

Whole Earth Farms natural dog food is one such recipe given its impressive list of natural ingredients, not to mention all the nutrients that they contain. It is easy to serve up, it is mess free, and with a resealable bag to keep it fresh, there's not much more to add except to say 'Bon Appetit' to your dog.